Cleistocactus? -> Probably Espostoa lanata or melanostele

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Cleistocactus? -> Probably Espostoa lanata or melanostele

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I'm not even sure if there are two species or just one. I think two, but...
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Valencia (Spain), 21/05/23

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Re: Cleistocactus?

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Looks like an Espostoa. I think it's either lanata or melanostele.
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Re: Cleistocactus?

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Good suggestion. I'm think you're right. Thank you zpeckler.
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